EHS Engineer

James G. Davis Construction Corporation; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Annual incentive bonus

Company vehicle or auto allowance

Job summary

DAVIS is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Engineer to eliminate hazards arising from human error, equipment, and processes on construction sites in Rockville, MD.

You will apply advanced safety analytics, conduct inspections, train teams, and collaborate with trade partners to ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health + Safety Sciences or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in occupational EHS or related field and construction industry.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures.
• Strong communication skills and interaction across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field safety inspections and hazard control on construction sites.
• Communicate risks clearly to field personnel and trade partners.
• Lead safety training and incident investigations with root-cause follow-up.
• Review task plans and high-risk work to ensure proper hazard controls.

Skills

Field Safety Inspections

Hazard Control

Regulatory Knowledge

Incident Investigation

Communication skills

Trade Partner Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health + Safety Sciences

Tools

EHS management systems

Job description

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

SUMMARY:

The role of theEHSEngineer is to eliminate or control hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment and machine operations which may lead to human injury and / or property damage. Must apply advanced mathematical techniques;professional engineering principles, methods, and techniques; safety-related elements of the physical sciences, ergonomics,psychologyand physiology; and safety principles, standards,practicesand analytical techniques.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health+ Safety Sciences or related field; equivalent combinations of
technical education and / or industrial related safety experience may substitute for educational
requirement

Experience in occupational Environmental Health + Safety or a related field

Construction industry experience

Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations

Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures

Possessesstrong communicationskills,and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and external to DAVIS

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Field Safety InspectionsandHazard Control

Conducts EHS inspections independently,identifyinghazards and verifying corrective actions

Documents findings and follow-up actions using DAVIS EHS systems

Communicates observed risks clearly to field personnel and trade partners

Applies knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and means-and-methods to assess hazards

Reviews Pre-Task Plans, Job Hazard Analyses, and high-risk work plans (e.g., crane lifts, demolition, fall protection)

Evaluates adequacy of hazard controls and collaborates with project teams to improve planning

Applies understanding of construction sequencing and sitelogisticsto support proactive risk management

Trade PartnerandProject Team Leadership Engagement

Buildsworking relationships with trade partners to reinforce EHS expectations

Evaluates trade partner compliance with site-specific safety requirements

Engages operations leadership by sharing safety performance updates and seeking input on EHS outcomes

Training, EducationandMeeting Facilitation

Delivers and co-instructs EHS training in field and classroom settings

Developsbasic training materials and presentation content

Prepares EHS agenda items for project and trade partner meetings

Presents safety-related material clearly and professionally

Participates in incident investigations by gathering facts andidentifyingcontributing factors

Supports root cause analysis and incident reporting processes

Assistsproject teams inidentifyingand tracking corrective actions

Project AssessmentsandAudits

Completes Monthly Project EHS Assessments andfacilitatesengagement on findings

Works with senior EHS and operations staff to develop corrective action plans

Assists with EHS audits on projects outside primary assignments to support consistency and benchmarking

Project Start-UpandSite Controls

Supports project EHS start-up activities, including signage, postings, and site orientation

Conducts or supports EHS kick-off meetings and trade partner preconstruction meetings

Uses EHSpermittingprocesses to support safe execution of high-risk activities

Documentation, Data SystemsandReporting

Uses DAVIS systems to manage inspections, permits, incidents, and documentation

Maintainsaccuraterecords and supportslogisticsplanning and reporting

Prepares and distributes meeting minutes to document discussions and track action items

Regulatory KnowledgeandPerformance Analytics

Participatesin OSHA inspections and consultations,representingDAVIS professionally

AppliesOSHA, local regulations, DAVIS EHS Manual, and contract requirements to field conditions

Beginsanalyzing field data and metrics toidentifytrends and support performance improvement

Managesresponsibilities across multiple active projects with effective prioritization and follow-through

Maintains required certifications (OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR) and pursues continued development

Supports environmental and industrial hygiene activities, including exposure monitoring

Participates in high school and university outreach and recruiting efforts to support future EHS talent

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

Autonomy + Accountability

Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems

Receives instruction,guidanceand direction from others

Accountable for work within own role only, but work completedimpactsteam and/or projects

Business Impact

Impactsown team and adjacent teams

Usesdiscretion to make improvements to existing processes and solutions to achieve results or improve efficiency

Assistsin basic business development tasks

Talent Development

Acts as a resource for team members with less experience

May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving + Resiliency

Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work project / department with minimal oversight

Evaluates and selects solutions from established options and employs creativity to develop new options for consideration

DAVIS CORE VALUES:

TRUST

Excellence in Service-Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations

Inclusion-Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging

Integrity-Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions

Building Relationships-Creating andmaintainingstrong partnerships through leadership, creativesolutionsand hard work

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is

$78,000.00 - $95,000.00

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

SUMMARY:

The role of theEHSEngineer is to eliminate or control hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment and machine operations which may lead to human injury and / or property damage. Must apply advanced mathematical techniques;professional engineering principles, methods, and techniques; safety-related elements of the physical sciences, ergonomics,psychologyand physiology; and safety principles, standards,practicesand analytical techniques.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health+ Safety Sciences or related field; equivalent combinations of
  technical education and / or industrial related safety experience may substitute for educational
  requirement

• Experience in occupational Environmental Health + Safety or a related field

• Construction industry experience

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations

• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures

• Possessesstrong communicationskills,and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and external to DAVIS

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Field Safety InspectionsandHazard Control

• Conducts EHS inspections independently,identifyinghazards and verifying corrective actions

• Documents findings and follow-up actions using DAVIS EHS systems

• Communicates observed risks clearly to field personnel and trade partners

• Applies knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and means-&methods to assess hazards

• Safety PlanningandHigh-Risk Work Review

• Reviews Pre-Task Plans, Job Hazard Analyses, and high-risk work plans (e.g., crane lifts, demolition, fall protection)

• Evaluates adequacy of hazard controls and collaborates with project teams to improve planning

• Applies understanding of construction sequencing and sitelogisticsto support proactive risk management

• Trade PartnerandProject Team Leadership Engagement

• Buildsworking relationships with trade partners to reinforce EHS expectations

• Evaluates trade partner compliance with site-specific safety requirements

• Engages operations leadership by sharing safety performance updates and seeking input on EHS outcomes

• Training, EducationandMeeting Facilitation

• Delivers and co-instructs EHS training in field and classroom settings

• Developsbasic training materials and presentation content

• Prepares EHS agenda items for project and trade partner meetings

• Presents safety-related material clearly and professionally

• Incident InvestigationandCorrective Action Support

• Participates in incident investigations by gathering facts andidentifyingcontributing factors

• Supports root cause analysis and incident reporting processes

• Assistsproject teams inidentifyingand tracking corrective actions

• Project AssessmentsandAudits

• Completes Monthly Project EHS Assessments andfacilitatesengagement on findings

• Works with senior EHS and operations staff to develop corrective action plans

• Assists with EHS audits on projects outside primary assignments to support consistency and benchmarking

• Project Start-UpandSite Controls

• Supports project EHS start-up activities, including signage, postings, and site orientation

• Conducts or supports EHS kick-off meetings and trade partner preconstruction meetings

• Uses EHSpermittingprocesses to support safe execution of high-risk activities

• Documentation, Data SystemsandReporting

• Uses DAVIS systems to manage inspections, permits, incidents, and documentation

• Maintainsaccuraterecords and supportslogisticsplanning and reporting

• Prepares and distributes meeting minutes to document discussions and track action items

• Regulatory KnowledgeandPerformance Analytics

• Participatesin OSHA inspections and consultations,representingDAVIS professionally

• AppliesOSHA, local regulations, DAVIS EHS Manual, and contract requirements to field conditions

• Beginsanalyzing field data and metrics toidentifytrends and support performance improvement

• Professional DevelopmentandOutreach

• Managesresponsibilities across multiple active projects with effective prioritization and follow-through

• Maintains required certifications (OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR) and pursues continued development

• Supports environmental and industrial hygiene activities, including exposure monitoring

• Participates in high school and university outreach and recruiting efforts to support future EHS talent

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

• Autonomy + Accountability

• Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems

• Receives instruction,guidanceand direction from others

• Accountable for work within own role only, but work completedimpactsteam and/or projects

• Business Impact

• Impactsown team and adjacent teams

• Usesdiscretion to make improvements to existing processes and solutions to achieve results or improve efficiency

• Assistsin basic business development tasks

• Talent Development

• Acts as a resource for team members with less experience

• May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

• Problem Solving + Resiliency

• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work project / department with minimal oversight

• Evaluates and selects solutions from established options and employs creativity to develop new options for consideration

DAVIS CORE VALUES:

• TRUST

• Excellence in Service-Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations

• Inclusion-Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging

• Integrity-Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions

• Building Relationships-Creating andmaintainingstrong partnerships through leadership, creativesolutionsand hard work

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is

$78,000.00 - $95,000.00

DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. DAVIS reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

At DAVIS, our vision is to build a culture that is innovative, connected, and balanced.